Classic Le Creuset vs. Signature Le Creuset? Anyone know the differences between the classic vs. signature cookware (besides the handle being oven safe 350 degrees vs. 500 degrees)?
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What has changed are the handles, which are larger; the knob on the lid, which is bigger and now oven-proof to 480 degrees F, and the interior, which now has an additional layer of enamel.
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the handle is cast iron, I love it, I cook my stews,and also I put it in the oven,I read somewhere that the max oven temp is 350 F. That just doesn't seem right to me as I know I've used my cast iron in oven temps exceeding 400 F with no problems. Absolutely love my cast iron
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Yes! Be careful, as the heat in the pot is almost instantaneous. Induction activates the ferrous molecules in the cookware, the pot gets hot immediately. Low heat, in Le Creuset, and induction, is best. In my experience, a higher temp is achieved very quickly, losing that gained heat happens much slower. I use my induction top's temp set feature to keep temps low low, like 150F, or lower, for slow slow.
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This is exceptional cookware.....in my opinion it is every bit as good as All Clad at half the price. Le Creuset is the best enameled cookware on the market......it's very expensive but well worth it. Retains heat perfectly and never needs to be on a higher stove top setting than low to medium. I am not sure there is a measurable difference between these two kinds of cookware. Both will do a great job on braising, stews, soups, boiling water.....anything. I use Cuisinart try ply stainless from France every day.....the pans are so well made with excellent even heat distribution burning or food sticking is never an issue.They are so easy to clean.....a sponge is all you need maybe a little bar keepers friend. I use Le Creuset enameled cast iron for special dishes....it is just fun to have both......they both perform similarly.
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I agree with the others--these are not Le Creuset, but they look and work fine for me. Le Creuset has redesigned their wood handles and they are thicker and rounder. While they look great, they take up more room, and I have a LOT of utensils to jam into my jumbo utensil crock. These from Amazon work just fine.
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Le creuset Ovens are more resistant to chipping (I have a 43 year old one ) but lodge are long lasting - Le Creuset have a lifetime guarantee. There are now many rival companies and most are cheaper but only LC has this guaranteeMore on French ovens from frenchovens.org with comparisons.
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The Le Creuset are not non stick. I am not sure if they are marketed that way but if you spay them with a little oil then they work like a charm. We have Calphalon and Le Crueset and both are great brands but the Le Crueset is in a much higher league than Calphalon. You will never retreat buying one!
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I never have but it's supposed to be okay. "Glass lids are oven safe to 350 degree F and polished Hand Anodized cookware is oven safe to 450 degree F". I've had my pan for over three years and use it a couple times a week. It has held up extremely well and looks almost brand new. I would definitely buy one again.
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Advanced is oven safe to 400 degrees and metal utensil safe. professional is oven safe to 500 degrees
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Cast iron interior and what the heck is PFOA? Major cooking done in Le Creuset and has been for years and I ain't dead yet!!
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Le Creuset does not discolor! I have prepared many sauces and stews and it is as lovely as when I bought it. I think more important than discoloration is if the interior starts to fleck and break away. Caution about purchasing knock-offs (may have Le Creuset on the label, but if the price is too good to be true, then it is not a Le Creuset!!!
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I am used to these excellent pots since 30 years, while I lived in France. At the time they were very ordinary and cheap ones. Now they are expensive.French and Dutch oven seem to me marketing names for America, in France they are just Cocotte de chez le Creuset, see in Amazon.fr below, anyways the one that I bought as a present (my 30 year old one is still perfect) was much cheaper at Amazon than elsewhere. http://www.amazon.fr/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_c_0_10?__mk_fr_FR=%C3%85M%C3%85Z%C3%95%C3%91&u;rl=search-alias%3Dkitchen&field-keywords;=le%20creuset&sprefix;=le+creuset%2Caps%2C291 . I am used to these excellent pots since 30 years, while I lived in France. At the time they were very ordinary and cheap ones. Now they are expensive.French and Dutch oven seem to me marketing names for America, in France they are just Cocotte de chez le Creuset, see in Amazon.fr below, anyways the one that I bought as a present (my 30 year old one is still perfect) was much cheaper at Amazon than elsewhere.... » Read More I am used to these excellent pots since 30 years, while I lived in France. At the time they were very ordinary and cheap ones. Now they are expensive.French and Dutch oven seem to me marketing names for America, in France they are just Cocotte de chez le Creuset, see in Amazon.fr below, anyways the one that I bought as a present (my 30 year old one is still perfect) was much cheaper at Amazon than elsewhere. http://www.amazon.fr/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_c_0_10?__mk_fr_FR=%C3%85M%C3%85Z%C3%95%C3%91&u;rl=search-alias%3Dkitchen&field-keywords;=le%20creuset&sprefix;=le+creuset%2Caps%2C291 . « Show Less
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I preferred the handle design of the Cook's Standard. . . . and I was right! These handles DO stay cool! The "deep saute pan" was also included in the Cook's Standard 12 piece set, which I use very often.
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Hi JMaine,I bought this pot last Christmas and I am getting another this December. They are great!!! Non-stick (without the unnecessary coating) is more like it. If ever something gets stuck in there, don't you worry. It comes off with one swipe of your dish sponge. If you are considering this pot I recommend that you do make that purchase. They are pricy but you won't regret your money.Good luck and enjoy your Le Creuset pot.
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I bought the unison rather than the contemporary because the unison claimed to be oven safe to 500* F while the contemporary only claims to be safe to 450* I believe. I think the unison just looked like one step up in quality to me.
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Hey, Sharon...I haven't personally tested it out but, the TeChef website does state that the pan's handle is oven safe to 350 degrees. It's no doubt the handle that is the weakest link as the body of the pan withstands much greater temperatures. Hope this helps, Chris.
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I sent your question in to Le Creuset. See answer below.Hello Kassandra, You are welcome. Be advised that the glaze on the stoneware is lead and cadmium free. Regards, Mernice Savage Consumer Relations Dept. -----Original Message----- To: Consumer Web Services Subject: Crockery Hello, I wondered if your pottery is lead and cadmium free? I am a loyal buyer and love all my pieces of Le Creuset. A friend asked. Thanks, Kassandra